Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats Betting Pick & Prediction

MAC Conference | March 4, 2025

📅 Date/Time: Tuesday, March 4, 7:00 PM ET

📍 Where: Convocation Center, Athens, OH

📺 TV: TBD

Betting Odds

Point Spread: Ohio -10.5 (-115) | Eastern Michigan +10.5 (-105)

Moneyline: Ohio -625 | Eastern Michigan +450

Over/Under: 154.5 (Over -105, Under -115)

Game Overview

This MAC showdown features two middle-of-the-pack teams battling for tournament positioning. Ohio has been strong at home (11-2 SU), while Eastern Michigan has struggled on the road (5-9 SU).

Eastern Michigan won the last matchup on Jan. 21, 94-87, covering as an 8.5-point underdog in a game that soared over the total (153.5). Historically, Ohio has dominated the series, winning 7 of the last 10 meetings, but Eastern Michigan has covered four of the last six.

Ohio’s offense averages 73.3 PPG (201st nationally), while Eastern Michigan allows 75.4 PPG (279th nationally). Both teams rank poorly in defensive efficiency, making the Over a key betting angle in this one.

Key Matchups & Betting Trends

Eastern Michigan’s Offense vs. Ohio’s Defense

EMU shoots 34.5% from three (147th) vs. Ohio allowing 37.3% (352nd – DEAD LAST in NCAA). This is a huge mismatch.

Eastern Michigan scored 94 points in the last meeting, exploiting Ohio’s weak perimeter defense.

EMU averages 73.3 PPG, but Ohio allows 75.4 PPG, indicating a fast-paced game.

Ohio’s Offense vs. Eastern Michigan’s Defense

Ohio’s 45.9% FG (118th) vs. EMU’s 45.2% opponent FG (253rd). The Bobcats should find efficient scoring.

Ohio’s rebounding edge (32.5 RPG vs. EMU’s 29.6 RPG) could create second-chance points.

Ohio’s 72.7% FT shooting (157th) vs. EMU’s 67.8% opponent FT percentage (26th) could be a slight factor.

Scheduling & Trends Edge

Ohio is 11-2 at home but just 11-16 ATS overall.

Eastern Michigan is 5-9 on the road but 4-2 ATS in the last six meetings vs. Ohio.

The Over is 6-4 in the last 10 meetings.

Betting Pick & Prediction

Ohio is the better team at home, but Eastern Michigan has already beaten them outright this season and has covered 4 of the last 6 head-to-head matchups. The Bobcats struggle defensively, especially against the three-ball, which is where Eastern Michigan can capitalize.

The spread is a bit too high considering Eastern Michigan’s recent success against Ohio. Given Ohio’s poor ATS record and Eastern Michigan’s ability to score on them, the best bet is to take EMU with the points.

Additionally, both teams have defensive weaknesses, and the last meeting hit 181 total points—well over tonight’s total. Expect another high-scoring affair.

Best Bets:

✅ Eastern Michigan +10.5

✅ Over 154.5

Final Score Prediction:

Ohio 84, Eastern Michigan 78 (EMU Covers, Over Hits)